Architectural Technician

YCR; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established architectural practice in Birmingham is looking for an experienced Architectural Technician to join their dynamic team. The role involves producing detailed working drawings for residential developments and supporting technical design from planning to construction. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in the residential sector and a strong understanding of UK Building Regulations. The practice offers competitive salary, pension contributions, and genuine opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension contributions

Tuition fees covered

Supportive team culture

Career growth opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience within the residential/house-building sector.
• Strong understanding of current UK Building Regulations.
• Excellent technical detailing and drawing production skills.

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed working drawing packages for residential developments.
• Assist in delivering technical design information from planning to construction.
• Attend site meetings and liaise with project team.

Skills

Residential sector experience

Understanding of UK Building Regulations

Site coordination experience

Technical detailing skills

Communication skills

Team-oriented mindset

AutoCAD proficiency

Revit proficiency

SketchUp experience

Photoshop experience

Job description

Architectural Technician

Location: Birmingham
Salary: £35k - £40k
Type: Full-time, Permanent

We are working on behalf of a well-established and growing architectural practice based in Birmingham to recruit an experienced Architectural Technician. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic and collaborative team of 12 professionals, offering genuine scope for career development within a supportive and design-led studio environment.

The practice has a strong pipeline of projects across a range of sectors, including Residential, Student Living, Care Homes, and Commercial Developments. We are particularly keen to speak with candidates who have experience working on residential schemes, especially those who have previously collaborated with national house builders.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce detailed working drawing packages for residential developments.
• Assist in coordinating and delivering technical design information from planning through to construction.
• Support the Associate in developing buildable and site-ready designs.
• Work to meet project milestones and deadlines, with attention to quality and accuracy.
• Attend site meetings as needed and liaise with consultants, contractors, and the wider project team.

Key Requirements

• Proven experience working within the residential/house-building sector.
• Strong understanding of current UK Building Regulations and design standards applicable to residential projects.
• Experience with site coordination and construction-phase involvement (preferred).
• Excellent technical detailing and drawing production skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities; able to build effective working relationships with colleagues and clients.
• A proactive, team-oriented mindset with a desire to progress within a growing practice.
• Software Proficiency: AutoCAD and Revit Required. SketchUp and Photoshop are Advantageous.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary (negotiable based on experience)
• Pension contributions
• Tuition fees and Professional Membership fees fully covered
• A welcoming, professional, and supportive team culture
• Genuine opportunities for career growth and promotion within the practice
• An engaging, collaborative work environment in a modern office located in one of Birmingham’s most creative quarters